I thought it would be fun to start a series on this blog entitled "The People of NTC." It started out as a simple idea for you to get to know some of the people that make NTC the amazing community that it is. The simple idea turned out to be a little bigger for me personally.
As I have started to interview people, I found myself reminded of how rewarding it is to hear other's stories, to share stories. I ask everyone the same questions but everyone has different answers and to me that is part of what makes us as humans so beautiful and so special. Everyone has a story. Everyone's story deserves to be heard.
I am truly blessed to be able to work along side these people. I am blessed to not only call them colleagues but friends. I hope you enjoy hearing a little bit of their stories as much as I did.
Simona Ciufu
- What do you do at NTC?
I am the housekeeper.
- Where are you from?
Bucharest, Romania
- How long have you been at NTC?
Almost 3 years.
- How did you hear about NTC?
Through my local Nazarene pastor.
- What is your favorite thing about working at NTC?
The community and of course the students.
- What do you find challenging about your job?
Organizing and executing graduation. It ended up being a success because of the amazing helpers that I had.
- What is your favorite memory from your time here?
The Christmas party two years ago…we did an international meal where we had lots of different foods. Everyone had the chance to stand up and say what their Christmas traditions are and what kinds of foods they eat.
- If you only had one word to describe NTC what would it be?
Community.
- What is your favorite activity in Manchester?
Going to the Cinema and taking walks in the parks.
- What’s it like working with people from so many different countries?
I think it is nice to see how people do things differently when they come from a different country. Even if they have lived here a long time it’s hard to forget your background.
I work directly with Simona everyday. She is one of the most hard working people that I have ever known. Her laid back attitude and disposition make her the perfect person for her job. Please join me in prayer this week for Simona and the wonderful work she does at NTC.
